unanimity

noun

una·​nim·​i·​ty ˌyü-nə-ˈni-mə-tē How to pronounce unanimity (audio)
Synonyms of unanimitynext
: the quality or state of being unanimous

Examples of unanimity in a Sentence

in a rare moment of unanimity the club members decided to throw a party for themselves
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As many see it, a thorn in the EU's side is that major decisions require unanimity among its members. ABC News, 6 Apr. 2026 As for, Simpson there’s no unanimity about him. Barry Jackson, Miami Herald, 1 Apr. 2026 Most people would seem to prefer keeping the clocks the same rather than changing them twice per year, but that’s where that unanimity ends. Boston Herald Editorial Staff, Boston Herald, 17 Mar. 2026 State, sheriff’s office struggle over numbers While there has been seeming unanimity between local and state officials that Jail North should reopen, the how-to has proven difficult. Ryan Oehrli february 27, Charlotte Observer, 27 Feb. 2026 See All Example Sentences for unanimity

Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of unanimity was in the 15th century

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“Unanimity.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/unanimity. Accessed 9 Apr. 2026.

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